The 60-Day Test: Navigating the Probationary Period in Ethiopia
Think of probation as a legal “test drive” where both parties evaluate the fit. Under Labor Proclamation No. 1156/2019, this trial phase is governed by strict formalities—most notably a mandatory writing requirement and a hard cap of 60 working days. Fail to put it in writing, and the law considers the worker permanent from day one. We dive into the “Unsuitability Standard” and the rules of automatic confirmation that protect workers from being stuck in a loop of perpetual trials